Open your legs
By stepping forward half a stride it improves my balance for a punch. The best shots begin at your toes and travel through your legs. That�s why getting your balance just right is important.
Eye to eye contact
Some fighters look down if they are going to throw a body shot, but I always look my opponent straight in the eye, so that he can�t anticipate where I�m going to punch.
Throw a dummy
The wickedest punches are always the ones you don�t expect. So when I throw a left hook, I like to throw a right hand shot because the guy will instinctively move to his right and into my punch!
Transfer the weight
To get maximum leverage, I bend my legs slightly. Then, as I throw the punch from the shoulder, I straighten up.
Pick your spot
The tip of the chin is the most vulnerable spot, but anywhere on the side of the face is a good target.
Watch him crumble
When you land the perfect punch, you know as soon as it connects that it�s all over, it�s magic.
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